1986 Citroen BX vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 1996 Morgan 4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Because 1996 Morgan 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen BX | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | BX | 4 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |